Yelena Lev is the Founder and Executive Director of Vivid Lark Gallery, a visionary platform dedicated to connecting artists and audiences through a dynamic digital space. With a background that bridges architecture, fine art, and curatorial leadership, she brings a distinctive perspective to the development of contemporary art communities. Her work is driven by a deep commitment to supporting artists, fostering meaningful dialogue, and creating opportunities for creative expression to flourish across borders.

Through her leadership, Vivid Lark Gallery reflects her belief that art is both a personal journey and a shared experience — one that has the power to inspire, transform, and unite. Yelena’s curatorial vision emphasizes innovation, accessibility, and emotional resonance, shaping a platform where artists can present their work with clarity and impact while engaging a global audience.

As an artist, Yelena Lev creates deeply expressive paintings that explore memory, transformation, spirituality, migration, and the emotional landscapes of human experience. Her work often blends surreal symbolism with abstract expression, inviting viewers into dreamlike worlds filled with movement, mystery, and inner reflection. Guided by intuition and imagination, Yelena’s paintings become visual journeys between reality and the unseen, revealing her belief that art can open portals to empathy, healing, and connection.

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Lark Pilinsky is a Founder of LarkGallery, bringing a longstanding dedication to the arts and a deep commitment to fostering creative communities. As the visionary behind LarkGallery, she has played a pivotal role in supporting artists and cultivating meaningful connections between creators and audiences. Her leadership is grounded in experience, intuition, and a genuine passion for elevating artistic voices across diverse disciplines.

At Vivid Lark Gallery, Lark continues to shape a platform that reflects her belief in the transformative power of art. She is devoted to creating an environment where artists feel supported, valued, and inspired to share their work with confidence. Through her direction, the gallery embraces both tradition and innovation, offering a space where creativity can thrive and where art serves as a bridge between people, ideas, and cultures.

Dores Sacquegna, Art Advisor & Curator at Primo Piano LivinGallery, collaborates closely with Vivid Lark Gallery as a valued member of the curatorial jury, bringing an international perspective and refined curatorial expertise to the selection process. As an accomplished art advisor and curator, she contributes a thoughtful, discerning eye that helps ensure both artistic excellence and conceptual depth across the gallery’s exhibitions. Her involvement strengthens the integrity and credibility of the curatorial vision.

Through her collaboration, Dores supports the gallery’s mission to present diverse, compelling, and meaningful work. Her experience within the global art community enriches the dialogue between artists and audiences, helping to shape exhibitions that resonate beyond borders. Her role as a curatorial partner reflects a shared commitment to fostering quality, innovation, and cultural exchange within Vivid Lark Gallery.

Rafail Aliyev, Member of the Curatorial Jury. Vivid Lark Gallery is honored to welcome Rafail Aliyev as a member of our Curatorial Jury. An acclaimed artist from Azerbaijan, Aliyev is recognized for his distinctive creative voice in both painting and metal embossing. His work reflects a rich individual style, combining folk traditions, symbolic imagery, and deep conceptual meaning. According to Russian cultural scholar Ilya Abel, some of Aliyev’s paintings also reveal stylistic qualities associated with Pablo Picasso. His artworks have been exhibited widely in Azerbaijan, the CIS countries, Germany, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and beyond. Works by Rafail Aliyev are held in prestigious public and private collections, including the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Azerbaijan, the Azerbaijan Art Gallery, the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum, the International Monetary Fund, and other notable collections..

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Mila Ryk is an accomplished art curator, publisher, and the visionary founder of Art & Beyond Magazine, an international publication dedicated to celebrating contemporary art and creative voices from around the world. With a deep commitment to supporting both emerging and established artists, she brings a refined curatorial eye, extensive international experience, and a strong understanding of artistic presentation and visual storytelling. As a jury member for Vivid Lark Gallery, Mila Ryk contributes professionalism, integrity, and a thoughtful artistic perspective, helping to recognize works that demonstrate originality, emotional depth, and creative excellence.

Alex Gamezo serves as the Technical and Programming Support for Vivid Lark Gallery, playing a vital role in bringing the platform’s digital vision to life. With a strong foundation in web development and systems design, he ensures that the gallery operates seamlessly, providing artists and visitors with a smooth, intuitive, and reliable online experience. His expertise transforms creative ideas into functional, elegant solutions that support the gallery’s evolving needs.

Through his work, Alex bridges the gap between art and technology, enabling Vivid Lark Gallery to remain innovative and accessible. From building and maintaining the platform’s infrastructure to implementing new features, he is dedicated to creating a digital environment where art can be experienced without barriers. His contributions are essential in shaping a space where creativity meets precision, and where the technical foundation enhances the artistic vision.